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  • Welcome to Nalanda

    Welcome to Nalanda Buddhist Society's website. We hope you enjoy this virtual visit, and stay in touch with our regular updates.

  • Nalanda Centre Operating Hours

    You are welcome to visit us on Mondays to Saturdays, 10am – 5pm | Sundays, 8am – 1pm.

  • Thank you for a meaningful Buddha Day!

    We extend our heartfelt appreciation to all the venerable Sangha members, Dhamma teachers, members and volunteers whose collective efforts contributed to the success of this auspicious Buddha Day Observance. Sadhu Anumodana!

  • Thank you for saving lives!

    We extend our heartfelt thanks to the staff of Pusat Darah Negara, donors and volunteers for all your efforts and commitment to save lives.

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  • Commemorating Nalanda's late Spiritual Advisor

    31 August 2026 marks the 20th anniversary of the late Ven. K. Sri Dhammananda's passing. Stay tuned for more updates on dedicated programmes for this occasion.

  • Important Notice for Donors

    To facilitate our donors and benefactors in obtaining tax exemption receipts and e-invoices, Nalanda EXCO has shared an important notice at the Support page on Nalanda’s website.

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  • Join us as a volunteer

    Whether you are studying or working, young or retired, if you believe in doing good and giving back to society, we warmly welcome you!

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Regular Programmes at Nalanda

Sunday Services

  • Sunday Morning Service
    Sundays, 9am – 12pm
    Nalanda Centre, Sri Serdang
  • Youth Sunday Service
    Sundays, 9am – 12pm
    Nalanda Youth Centre, Sri Serdang
  • Monthly Sunday Service
    Selected Sundays, 10am – 12pm
    NEO Centre Johor Bahru

Dhamma Schools

  • Teenage Dhamma School
    Sundays, 9am – 12pm
    Nalanda Centre, Sri Serdang
  • Junior Dhamma School
    Sundays, 9am – 12pm
    Nalanda Centre, Sri Serdang
  • Family Dhamma School
    Sundays, 9am – 12pm
    NEO Centre Kuala Lumpur
  • Family Dhamma School
    Saturdays, 2.30pm – 5.30pm
    NEO Centre Johor Bahru

Weekly Group Meditation

  • Group Meditation @ Serdang
    Wednesdays, 8.30pm – 10.00pm
    Nalanda Centre, Sri Serdang
  • Group Meditation @ JB
    Wednesdays, 8.00pm – 10.00pm
    NEO Centre Johor Bahru
  • Group Meditation @ KL
    Thursdays, 8.00pm – 10.00pm
    NEO Centre Kuala Lumpur
  • Group Meditation @ SP
    Fridays, 8.00pm – 10.00pm
    NEO Centre Sungai Petani

Pindacāra (Monks going on Alms-round)

  • Pindacāra @ SK
    1st Saturday, 8.30am
    Bazar Rakyat, Seri Kembangan
  • Pindacāra @ OUG
    3rd Saturday, 8.30 am & 9.30 am
    O.U.G. & Happy Garden markets

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11 June 2026
Posted on 11 June 2026
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Young Working Adults’ Forum – register now

In conjunction with the Ven. K. Sri Dhammananda’s 20th Memorial Observance, Nalanda Youth Centre is organising a Young Working Adults Forum to explore how we can cultivate healthier perspectives towards change as a natural part of life. The forum, themed “When Life Changes Faster Than You’re Ready For”, features a panel of entrepreneurs and corporate leaders who will share their personal experiences navigating unexpected challenges and turning points in their careers. 

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11 June 2026
Posted on 11 June 2026
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Piṇḍacāra cultivates generosity and gratitude

As part of the Buddha Day Observance Week programme from 30 May to 6 June, devotees and volunteers joined Ayya Sanghamittā on Saturday 6 June, for Piṇḍacāra at the OUG and Happy Garden markets.  The alms round provided an opportunity for the public to connect with the Buddha Sāsana through acts of generosity and reverence.

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10 June 2026
Posted on 10 June 2026
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Prayers for Philippines earthquake victims

A magnitude 7.8 earthquake struck off the coast of Mindanao Island in southern Philippines in the morning of Monday, 8 June.  As search and rescue is underway, the death toll is rising from the currently 46 whilst over 32,000 are estimated to be displaced.  Continued aftershocks have left communities in fear and uncertainty.

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10 June 2026
Posted on 10 June 2026
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‘Buddha Day’ Volunteer Appreciation this Sunday

This year’s Buddha Day Observance B.E. 2570 was held over 9 days from 30 May to 7 June, made possible due to our volunteers’ commitments, efforts and care.  We extend our appreciation to all volunteers and invite you to the Volunteer Appreciation Session this Sunday, 14 June at 11am.

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Nalanda Education & Outreach (NEO) Centres

NEO Centre, Kuala Lumpur

524, Jalan Riang 12,
Taman Gembira, 58200 Kuala Lumpur.

NEO Centre, Johor Bahru

30, Jalan Dedap 26, Taman Johor Jaya,
81100 Johor Bahru, Johor.

NEO Centre, Sungai Petani

210, Jalan Bandar Mutiara 2/2,
Bandar Mutiara, 08000 Sungai Petani, Kedah.

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